Mr. Peter Obi, a former Governor and presidential candidate, has emphasized the importance of education in national transformation. Speaking at the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) International Conference in Umuahia, he stressed that no nation can rise above the quality of education it gives its children.
According to him, the continued neglect of education and healthcare remains a major reason for Nigeria’s economic and social decline. He commended private school proprietors for their resilience and efforts in shaping over 60% of Nigeria’s basic education sector.
Mr. Obi called for stronger teacher training, modernised curricula, technology-driven learning, and policies that make quality education affordable for all. He received the NAPPS National Role Model Award, presented as an encouragement to millions of students across the country.
Reflecting on his time as Governor, he recalled supporting both public and private schools with buses, computers, generators, and essential learning tools. He urged the government to make education a top priority, not just in speeches, but in budgetary commitment, planning, and execution.
He maintained that education remains the most reliable path to national transformation, and Nigeria’s future hangs in the balance if education is not prioritized.
